

Melanie McDonagh is a columnist, arts critic and feature writer. She covers art exhibitions and also does some leader writing, interviews and occasional beauty/fragrance features.
Melanie McDonagh is a columnist, arts critic and feature writer. She covers art exhibitions and also does some leader writing, interviews and occasional beauty/fragrance features.
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Four bedrooms, Pierre-Yves Rochon interiors and no luxury spared: is The Dorchester’s new Royal Suite worth its sky-high price tag?

As heatwaves become more common with climate change, the way we work in the UK must adapt. From starting work earlier to rethinking architecture, Melanie McDonagh suggests how to cope with soaring temperatures

It feels wrong to cancel artists because you disapprove of what their countries are up to, writes Melanie McDonagh

This exhibition by the 17th Century Spanish artist is nothing short of sensational

The Zackwave could dwarf the Boriswave if it were actually implemented, writes Melanie McDonagh

Perhaps Matthew Sturgis could add more siblings to this engaging and original study...

For the National Gallery to expand its remit to include 21st-century art (hello, Tracey Emin) is something else

Free access to museums and galleries is a rare privilege but it doesn’t have to be extended to everyone

The crisis in the Gulf means we need to love economical wartime ways.

The best Easter treats to gift, from Simnel cake to spring lamb and flowers — and absolutely no chocolate

If TfL asked users what they would prefer: cosmetic improvements or a working station – I think I could bet on the outcome, writes Melanie McDonagh
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This almost unknown mid-seventeenth century Flemish artist can stand alongside the greats

On every front — Netflix, Spotify, jam retailing — the income is drying up

Angela Rayner says it’s ‘unBritish’ to tighten immigration controls. Who is she kidding?

From grand dames to new boutique openings, these are the Edinburgh hotels that will make your trip to Auld Reekie exceptional

The new Hockney show at Serpentine North has huge displays of his iPad paintings and a new canvas series, and shows the great man remains prolific and curious

Celebrations for St Patrick’s Day are getting longer by the year